04 Oct 1863
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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1863
Page
1
A 1865 letter discusses failed appointments under a Democratic state chair and public disappointment in political leadership. Included are political commentary on Ohio and Vallandigham, army politics, and New York City social notes about hotels, visitors, and a lively postwar scene. The piece weaves national conflict with local urban life and travel patterns.
The article notes Bishop Smith dedicating a Gothic church west of the Mississippi and administering Confirmation to about fifty people. It praises the pastor New James Shuttery for his energy and perseverance in building the church amid difficulties, urging continued effort and dedication. The Paris Liverpool correspondence is cited on fashion, joking about imperial crinoline and a new striped stocking trend.
The American press cautions that government assurances on the steam ram fitting out in the Mersey for the Pasha of Egypt may be unreliable. Builders deny detainment, while reports claim a test voyage is planned and crews from the Florida aboard at Brest are sent to Liverpool, hinting the rams may sail and not return.
A Swiss Councillor from Tanaver was killed by bandits while touring the Alps with a guide. Four assailants attacked in a remote area. three fled, the ringleader was captured but escaped en route to Bern. The crime sparked national alarm, business disruption, and diplomatic exchanges between Hanover and Switzerland.
The editorial warns readers about election canards and rumors spreading before the contest. It cautions not to heed misleading rumors about withdrawals, moneyed campaigns, voter suppression, or cross-state influence and urges vigilance to keep tickets honest and safe despite deceitful circulars.
The trial of Richard Brannan on treason charges for aiding Morgan through Ohio was scheduled that week in Cincinnati before the United States Court.
The steamer Massachusetts arrived today from Charleston. Our works on Morris Island were progressing rapidly.
Telegraphic chatter reports Washington steamship arrival from New Orleans, pirate capture near South West Pass, and disputed rebel defeats. Updates on Mexican politics under Juarez, Jaurez cabinet figures, and Durango attacks. U S presidential Thanksgiving proclamation quoted. war news cites Chattanooga and Knoxville fronts, guerrilla actions, and troop movements along with revenue and treasury notes.
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